Product details: - Product group: Video
- Edition: VHS Tape
- Publisher: 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment
- Format: Box set, PAL
- Release Date: 2003-08-11
- Number of discs: 5
- Starring: Kiefer Sutherland, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Carlos Bernard, Elisha Cuthbert, Dennis Haysbert
- Audience rating: Suitable for 15 years and over
- Run Time: 42 minutes
- Studio: 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment
- Manufacturer: 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment
- Package Dimensions: 8.19 x 45 x 75 inches
Jack Bauer is having another one of his "very bad days" in the second series of the ground-breaking real-time thriller 24. Once again the hours are ticking by with more guaranteed cliffhangers than a convention of mountain climbers. Holed up in a Los Angeles condo and estranged from his daughter, Jack is no longer on the government payroll; unfortunately for him, this small fact doesn't seem to matter to President David Palmer and the NSA who call him back in to the CTU and give him 24 hours to infiltrate a terrorist organisation who are planning to detonate a dirty bomb in the city of angels. All Jack wants is to get his daughter out of the city, unfortunately Kim's new employer, the abusive father of the child she is nannying, has other ideas. Fans of the original won't be disappointed, as there are more than enough shock moments in the first few hours to hint at the climactic build-up to come, while newcomers can quickly get involved in the lives of Jack and his family. There are some new characters to bolster the veteran cast and, interestingly (although not surprisingly given the outcome of the first series), Jack's character has taken an altogether darker, more psychopathic turn. The danger the characters find themselves in also has a much more global impetus, grounded as it is in the war against terrorism. Although the territory is more familiar this time around, this second series is just as much a high-tension, taut, adrenaline-fuelled ride as the first series, and one that will have you glued to your TV for the next 24 hours. --Kristen Bowditch
Customer reviews:  'Explosive' second season!, 2010-07-06
Having devoutly watched season 1 of 24 only recently and absolutely adoring it, I purchased the successive seasons without hesitation. I must admit, as a previous reviewer stated, I had doubts as to whether this season could possibly match the intensity and magnificence of season 1 and it's 'on-the-edge-of-your-seat-action' which I must admit raised my blood pressure ever so slightly! However, I was pleasantly suprised. On first viewing season 2, and the intial episodes, I was critical and suspicious, and was not immediately involved in the plot, nor did I find the action or situations particularly interesting or stimulating. But, once the notorious Jack Bauer was infact back in the game, this all started to change.
I won't reveal or ruin the plot for those of you that enjoy the intrigue, but I will say that I genuinely believe that this season managed to surpass season 1 with flying colours, and of course, riveting action from start to finish. I worship Kiefer Sutherland as an actor and I personally feel he alone makes Jack Bauer the complex character we (I in particular) have all grown to love and admire. In this season, Bauer develops even further and we see the multi-facets of his character and actions. I love both Bauer and Sutherland, as they are both rebels, and go against the grain, so to speak. Bauer in this season demonstrates integrity, honesty, humanity, patriotism and bravery. I find the constant and continued parallels between him and David Palmer (Dennis Haysbert), the president, incredibly interesting. Both are reminiscent of great leaders, both are honest individuals and both wish to defend and protect their country and more importantly, people. I find these qualities highly admirable and appealing and throughout both season 1 and 2, I empathised immensely with both characters, even more so when all the odds were against them and with the government constantly attempting to undermine them. I actually found myself in knots when complications arose!
As always with 24, I enjoyed the frequent consipracies and elements of both political and governmental corruption. This season is jam-packed with twists and turns, and as with season 1, keeps you on edge. I personally can see many parrallels between the plot and events that have actually occured within America over the past ten years, particularly when this season was being filmed, making it even more intense and challenging. 24 as a series, invites you to question morality itself, justice, the world we live in, how little we are actually aware of and the things that go on behind closed doors without our knowledge. It certainly makes you question the integrity of political figures, their campaigns, the sincerity of our governments and the natures of those individuals high up on the 'food chain', who seemingly manipulate others, have incredible power/control over the world, and have the ability to orchistrate terrorist attacks in their favour, primarily for financial gain. But I won't indulge too much in conspiracy theories.
I thoroughly look forward to the remaining seasons of 24 as it is a truely wonderful series, with fantastic actors and plots. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend 24 to anyone and everyone as a true gem of television and entertainment, with depths and concepts of morality beyond merely superficial comprehension. Buy, watch and enjoy!
24!!, 2010-07-04
I loved the TV show and this will be a great gift for anyone I loved it! Best season out of all 8 Customers who bought this item also bought:
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